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76ᵗʰ Health Ministers Conference

Theme: Enhancing Health Systems for Equity, Resilience, and Sustainability

Venue: Happy Valley Hotel, Ezulwini, Kingdom of Eswatini | 3rd - 5th February 2026

Conference Recap and Resources

The East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) sincerely thanks all Ministers, delegates, youth leaders, development partners, technical experts, and stakeholders who participated in the 76ᵗʰ Health Ministers’ Conference (HMC) and the Regional Youth Summit held in the Kingdom of Eswatini.

Below are selected Day 1 session recordings from both events. Complete recordings and supporting materials from all days are available through the official playlists and resource links provided.

🏛️ Health Ministers’ Conference (HMC)

🌍 Regional Youth Summit

About the 76th ECSA Health Ministers’ Conference (HMC)
The 76ᵗʰ ECSA Health Ministers’ Conference (HMC) was successfully convened by the East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) in collaboration with the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini. The Conference brought together Health Ministers, senior government officials, development partners, academia, civil society, and private sector actors to deliberate on strengthening health systems in the region, with a focus on equity, resilience, and sustainability.

The high-level forum provided a strategic platform for dialogue among Ministers of Health, senior policymakers, and global health leaders from across Africa and beyond. Discussions focused on advancing resilient, equitable, and sustainable health systems in line with Agenda 2063, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) 2030 framework. The Conference was held alongside a series of pre-conference engagements, including the Regional Youth Summit and the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Pre-Conference, which informed and enriched the Ministerial deliberations. 
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Conference Programme

The Health Ministers Conference Programme

It is designed as a high-level policy and decision-making platform bringing together Ministers of Health, senior government officials, regional bodies, and development partners. Over three days, the Conference provides space for strategic dialogue, evidence review, and adoption of regional resolutions guiding collective action across ECSA-HC Member States.

The programme is thoughtfully structured around plenary sessions, ministerial dialogues, and thematic discussions that address priority regional and global health issues. Key focus areas include Universal Health Coverage, sustainable health financing, health emergencies and climate resilience, women, children and adolescent health, digital health systems, non-communicable diseases, human resources for health, local manufacturing, and regional partnerships. Pre-conference meetings and side events further enrich the agenda by actively engaging youth, senior government officials, and technical experts.
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Participation Categories & Conference Fees
ECSA Member States
$300
Other African Countries
$400
Rest of the World
$500
Student
$200
Sponsor / Exhibitor

Based on sponsorship package selection.

Contact Us
Special/Country Delegate (Ministry of Health) 

By official invitation / through the Ministry of Health.

Please note: A $50 discount is offered for registrations completed via online payment.

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Logistics information to the kingdom of eswatini
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a)      Airport Transfers:
Airport transfers will be arranged for all delegates upon prior confirmation of their arrival details.

 

b)     Entry Requirements:

i.         A valid passport with at least six (6) months validity is required.

ii.       Visa requirements vary by nationality. Delegates are advised to check the Eswatini Government website at www.gov.sz for the latest information.

iii.     Official invitation letters to support visa applications can be issued upon request.

 

c)      Nearest Airport:

The King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) is the nearest airport, located approximately 90 km from Mbabane. Transfers from the airport to hotels or the venue will be organized for delegates who provide their arrival details in advance.

 

d)        Road Travel Option:
Delegates traveling by road from South Africa may book a shuttle from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Ezulwini, to a shuttle service providers listed below:  

 

                                   i.            The average cost is E800 (approximately USD 50) one way.

                                 ii.            The journey from Johannesburg to the Border Post takes around 4 hours 30 minutes, followed by an additional 20 minutes to reach Ezulwini.

                               iii.            To make a reservation for shuttle, delegates are encouraged to contact the listed below reputable shuttle services:

Shuttle Services

Contact

SIYESWATINI TRANSMAGNIFIC

11 Cooper Centre, Mbabane, eSwatini

Email: info@goswaziland.co.sz

Tel: +268 2404 9977
Fax: +268 2404 9419
WhatsApp: +268 7605 9977
Cell: +268 7905 9977

MELULA TRAVEL

75 Mbandzeni House

Kal Grant Street

Mbabane, Eswatini

WhatsApp: +268 7917 7323

melulatravel@gmail.com

https://travelmelula.com/

 

EXCLUSIVE TRAVEL

Plot 4 Kulunga Street, Sidwashini Industrial Site, Mbabane, Eswatini

Cell SD: +268 7822 2261 / 7604 0082

Cell SA: +27 730626703

Email: exclusiveshuttlesd@gmail.com

WhatsApp: +268 7822 2261

Facebook: 'Exclusive Shuttle and Tour Operators'

Instagram: shuttle_sd

Twitter: @shuttle_and


ECSA-HC and the Host Ministry have arranged preferential rates at the following recommended hotels:

 

Preferred hotels near the conference venue with special rates for delegates:

 

i.                 Royal Villas Eswatini – $180–250/night 

ii.               Hilton Garden Inn – $140–180/night

iii.             Mountain view - $90–110/night

iv.              Happy Valley Hotel – $110–140/night

v.                Sibane Sami Hotel  – $110–140/night


 Delegates are encouraged to book early due to high demand during conference week.


·        Weather: Warm (24–30°C) with occasional showers.

·         Currency: Lilangeni (SZL) pegged to South African Rand (ZAR).

·         Exchange Rate: 1 USD ≈ 18.5 SZL (as of October 2025).

 

SIM cards (MTN Eswatini and Eswatini Mobile) are available at the airport and major outlets.
Free Wi-Fi will be provided at the conference venue.

Yellow Fever vaccination certificates may be required. Nearby medical facilities include Mbabane Government Hospital and The Clinic Group Ezulwini.


Call for Sponsors & Exhibitors


Organizations are invited to partner with ECSA-HC as official sponsors or exhibitors. Sponsorship Packages include
Platinum Partner ($ 20,000+)

Benefits
Premium Exhibition Booth, 4 Complimentary registrations, Logo on materials & website, Company flyer in delegate bags, Verbal recognition (Opening), Branded giveaways, Access to plenary and parallel sessions

Diamond Partner ($ 15,000)

Benefits
Prime Exhibition Booth, 3 Complimentary registrations, Logo on materials & website, Company flyer in delegate bags, Verbal recognition (Opening), Branded giveaways, Access to plenary and parallel sessions

Gold Partner ($ 10,000)

Benefits
Standard Exhibition Booth, 2 Complimentary registrations, listed on materials & website, Company flyer in delegate bags, Branded giveaways, Access to plenary and 

parallel sessions 

Silver Partner ($ 5,000)

Benefits
Standard Exhibition Booth, 1 Complimentary registration, listed on materials & website, Access to plenary and parallel sessions

Exhibitor($ 3,000)

Benefits
Standard Exhibition Booth, Access to plenary and parallel sessions

Sponsorship Opportunities

Session Sponsorship ($ 3,000)

Benefits
• Recognition as a Session Sponsor.
• Logo displayed on session backdrop and agenda.
• Mention in conference communications.
 at the venue.

Cocktail Sponsorship – USD 5,000

Benefits
• Sponsor one of the evening networking cocktails.
• 5-minute welcome address during the cocktail.
• Logo on cocktail program, invitation cards
• Opportunity to place branded materials at the venue.

Sponsors Pre-Conference Event

The Regional Youth Summit was held as a pre-conference event ahead of the main conference, bringing together young leaders, advocates, and partners to engage in dialogue, share experiences, and generate youth-driven messages that informed the main conference discussions.

The Summit featured live sessions, recorded videos, and photo highlights, capturing key moments, discussions, and outcomes from the youth engagement process.

Visit Youth Summit Page 🔴 Live updates • 🎥 Videos • 📸 Photos

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